Nicola
Meaning of Nicola
Originating from the Greek name Nikolaos, Nicola is a unisex name that has gained popularity in recent years. It can be pronounced as nih-KOH-luh in English (/nɪkˈoʊlə/) or nee-KOH-lah in Italian (/niˈkoːla/). Variations of the name include Nicholas and Nikola.
In terms of associations, Nicola is often associated with strength and power. The name's meaning, "victory of the people," adds to its strong and empowering connotations. Throughout history, individuals named Nicola have made significant contributions in various fields, including politics, arts, and sciences.
According to data from the United States Social Security Administration, Nicola has been given to newborns since at least 1908. Its popularity has fluctuated over the years but remains relatively steady. In recent years, Nicola has ranked between #3000 and #4000 in terms of occurrence. While it may not be one of the most popular names currently, Nicola offers a unique choice for parents looking for an uncommon yet meaningful name for their child.
Pronunciation
Italian
- Pronunced as nee-KOH-lah (/niˈkoːla/)
English
- Pronunced as nih-KOH-luh (/nɪkˈoʊlə/)
U.S. Popularity Chart
Notable People Named Nicola
| Nicola Ferguson Sturgeon is a Scottish politician who served as First Minister of Scotland and Leader of the Scottish National Party (SNP) from 2014 to 2023. |
| Nicola Jane Walker is an accomplished English actress known for her roles in British television, theatre, radio, and film, including notable performances in Spooks and Unforgotten. |
| Nicola Griffith is a celebrated British-American novelist, essayist, and teacher, known for her numerous literary awards including the Nebula Award and World Fantasy Award. |
| Nicola Virginia Adams is a retired British professional boxer who made history as the first female Olympic boxing champion and held multiple titles throughout her career. |
| Nicola Benedetti is an Italian-Scottish classical solo violinist and festival director, known for her early recognition as a talented musician and her work with orchestras in Europe and America. |
| Nicola Beer is a German lawyer and politician of the Free Democratic Party (FDP) who has been serving as a Member of the European Parliament since 2019 and as one of its Vice-Presidents. |
| Nicola Yoon is a Jamaican-American author known for her best-selling young adult novels Everything, Everything and The Sun Is Also a Star, both of which were adapted into films. |
| Nicola Pagett was a British actress known for her role as Elizabeth Bellamy in the TV series Upstairs, Downstairs and for her appearances in films such as Anne of the Thousand Days and An Awfully Big Adventure. |
| Nicola Tyson is a British painter known for her "psycho-figuration" style, focusing on themes of identity, gender, and sexuality, and currently residing in New York. |
| Nicola Luisotti is an Italian conductor who currently holds the title "Director Principal Invitado" of Madrid's Teatro Real. |
| Nicola Simbari was an Italian painter known for his vibrant and expressive works. |
| Nicola Ghiuselev was a renowned Bulgarian operatic bass known for his performances in the Italian and Russian repertories. |
| Nicola Verlato is a multi-talented Italian artist residing in Los Angeles, California, known for his work in painting, sculpture, architecture, and music. |
| Nicola Vizzoni, a male hammer thrower from Italy, achieved a personal best throw of 80.50 meters and won a silver medal at the 2000 Summer Olympics. |
| Nicola Maria Pugno is an accomplished Italian scientist and mechanical engineer, known for his expertise in fracture mechanics and biology, and holds professorships at the University of Trento and Queen Mary University of London. |
